The Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT is a bolt-action rifle chambered in 7mm Rem Mag. At 5.3 lbs, it's one of the lighter rifles available in this caliber, which matters on long backcountry hunts. The carbon fiber-wrapped barrel and aluminum receiver keep the weight down without compromising the structural integrity you'd need in a field rifle. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: Ridgeline FFT 
• Caliber: 7mm Rem Mag 
• Action: Bolt Action 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 3+1 rounds 
• Weight: 5.3 lbs 
• Finish: Black with Gray Accents 
• Overall Length (OAL): 43.5 inches 
• Safety System: Two-position safety 
• Trigger Type: TriggerTech 
• Stock Material: Fixed Sporter with Flash Forged Technology 
   

Detailed Features 

The TriggerTech trigger breaks cleanly and adjusts for pull weight, which contributes to consistent shot placement. The baffle brake at the muzzle cuts down recoil noticeably for a 7mm Mag — useful for extended shooting sessions and follow-up shots. The stock uses Christensen's Flash Forged Technology, a carbon fiber composite process that keeps the sporter profile while shedding weight. The action is drilled and tapped for scope mounting, so it's optic-ready out of the box. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

The Ridgeline FFT's weight makes it well suited to big-game hunting in terrain where you're covering ground on foot. The 7mm Rem Mag caliber handles most North American game at reasonable ranges, and the recoil-reducing brake makes it more comfortable to shoot accurately from field positions. It's also used in precision rifle competition, where the TriggerTech trigger and carbon barrel are genuine advantages rather than marketing claims.

The Ridgeline FFT in 7mm Rem Mag has a mostly positive owner base, with the weight being the most-cited reason people choose it over alternatives.

The carbon fiber construction gets consistent praise. Owners who've carried it on multi-day hunts are the most enthusiastic — the difference between 5.3 lbs and 7+ lbs on a pack-in hunt adds up fast, and they notice it. Accuracy at distance also comes up often and positively; most owners report the rifle shoots well out to the ranges they actually hunt at.

Price is the consistent friction point. The Ridgeline FFT sits at the higher end of production bolt guns, and whether that's justified is a recurring argument in forums. Most buyers who went through with the purchase think it is; those who passed usually did so on cost alone rather than any performance concern.

There are scattered reports of feeding or ejection issues during initial break-in. These don't appear to be widespread, but they show up enough that it's worth knowing. Customer service experiences vary — some owners describe clean warranty resolutions, others report delays or difficulty reaching support.

The general picture is a well-made lightweight hunting rifle that earns what it costs for buyers who prioritize carrying weight.